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Thermodynamics is one of the topics where AQA A-level chemistry students most often lose marks on exact definitions, sign conventions and units. Instead of a generic deck, you can turn your own class notes into AQA A-level chemistry thermodynamics flashcards in a few minutes.

  • Definitions of standard enthalpy changes with their standard conditions
  • Hess's law and enthalpy cycle questions with worked sign checks
  • Entropy and Gibbs free energy equations with unit conversions
  • Lattice enthalpy and Born-Haber cycle terms for ionic compounds
Example AQA A-level chemistry thermodynamics flashcards
Define standard enthalpy of formation.The enthalpy change when one mole of a compound forms from its elements in their standard states, under standard conditions of 298 K and 100 kPa.
What does a negative enthalpy change of reaction indicate?The reaction is exothermic, so it releases energy to the surroundings and the products have less energy than the reactants.
State Hess's law.The total enthalpy change for a reaction is the same whatever route is taken, provided the initial and final conditions are the same.
What is the equation linking Gibbs free energy, enthalpy and entropy?ΔG = ΔH − TΔS, with T in kelvin. Convert ΔS from J K⁻¹ mol⁻¹ to kJ K⁻¹ mol⁻¹ so it matches the units of ΔH.
What is lattice enthalpy?The enthalpy change when one mole of an ionic solid forms from its gaseous ions under standard conditions.
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